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Potential for COVID-19 Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Exposure During Laparoscopic Gynaecological Surgery

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08 April 2020

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09 April 2020

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Abstract
The potential for transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus during minimally invasive gynaecological procedures, such as hysteroscopy or laparoscopy, on the reproductive tract of patients with COVID-19 is not known. We examined existing data for prevalence of virus in the reproductive tract and other bodily fluids.
Keywords: 
gynaecology; gynecology infection; safety; polypectomy; biopsy
Subject: 
Medicine and Pharmacology  -   Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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